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Collecting Bayntun-Riviere Bindings

Both favorites of the British crown, the binders Riviere and Bayntun each began independently in Bath before merging as Bayntun-Riviere in 1939 in London, from where it continues to produce fine, handcrafted bindings.

What are points of issue?

What exactly does it mean when book collectors and dealers talk about points of issue? Understanding what they are and when to look at them can be critical in developing your book collection and can help you avoid costly mistakes. Read more >>

Collecting Edward Gorey

Perhaps most famous for his abecedarian book, Gorey illustrated dozens of books for adults as well as children with his characteristic macabre style and wit. Read more about Edward Gorey and his works here.

Handling books

A healthy respect and gentle appreciation for books is always called for, especially when dealing with rare books. However, the rules for properly handling books are surprisingly few and simple. Read more >>

Uncommonly good books found here.

Biblio offers over 100 million used, rare and out-of-print books, but that's not truly what sets us apart. As discerning bibliophiles already know, less is often more. We work with the finest booksellers in the world to cultivate a truly remarkable collection that strikes the perfect balance between quantity and quality of selection.